Archive · 11 Jun 2025
India to Maintain Wheat Export Ban, Citing Food Security
India is keeping its ban on exporting wheat, even though it has a lot of wheat.
They are doing this to make sure there's enough food for people in India and to keep prices stable.
The ban started because of problems around the world that made wheat prices go up.
India will still let some wheat be sent to other countries if they need it for food.
They are also concerned about keeping food prices low before some upcoming elections.
India informed the WTO it will maintain its ban on wheat exports.
The ban, initially imposed in May 2022, aims to ensure domestic food security.
India cited global wheat price volatility and risks to vulnerable nations.
Wheat exports are permitted on a government-to-government basis for humanitarian needs.
India expects a record wheat harvest in 2024-25, but the ban remains.
- Who
- India, the WTO, and wheat consumers globally.
- What
- India is maintaining its ban on wheat exports.
- When
- The ban was implemented in May 2022 and remains in effect.
- Where
- India's wheat exports, impacting global trade.
- Why
- To ensure domestic food security and stabilize prices due to global volatility.
Concerns About Trade Restrictions
Food Security Priority
Export Ban Rationale
Concerns About Trade Restrictions
Some WTO members were critical of the ban when first announced.
Food Security Priority
India's decision aims to ensure domestic food security.
- Ban Implemented
- May 2022
- Export Restrictions
- Temporary
- Wheat Production Forecast (2024-25)
- 115.4 million tonnes
- FY23 Wheat Exports
- 4.7 mt
- FY24 Wheat Exports
- 0.19 mt
